Natural and Organic Products Asia Makes Its Return Tomorrow

HONG KONG, CHINA - Media OutReach - August 25, 2015 --Organised by Diversified Communications Hong Kong, Asia's unique natural and organic products expoNatural and Organic Products Asia(NOPA), is opening its doors tomorrow. Honourable guests including Mr. Witt Maneenetr, Trade Commissioner & Consul, DITP, The Royal Thai Government, together with the suppliers exhibiting at the 2015 Thai Showcase Pavilion, and other representatives from the Consulate General of different countries, international trade organisations and industry associations will celebrate together in the opening ceremony (9:30am, 26^th August).

Held in the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centrefrom 26^th to 28^th August, 2015, thesecond edition continues to promote natural, sustainable and healthy lifestyles, everything from food and drinks to cosmetics and skincare, from living goods to health supplements can be found in this 3-day trade fair. This year NOPA has expanded its show floor by 70% with over 250 exhibitors from 25countries, displaying thousands brands of natural and organic products.

Mr. Stuart Bailey, General Manager, Diversified Communications Hong Kong the organiser of Natural and Organic Products Asia said, "The market for natural and organic products is booming here in Asia. There is a real demand for clean and healthy food, while organic products are becoming mainstream. The heightened awareness of healthy living among Asian consumers brings unprecedented opportunities which NOPA is well positioned to explore. We have worked hard to find and bring in unique and interesting products to make NOPA the place for buyers in Asia to source from, and where brands from around the world can come together and grow in this exciting market."

Increased International Profile

Several International Pavilions will showcase premium produces and new to Hong Kong natural products from City of Sapporo, Japan, Siberia, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand, the US and Australia.

Ms. Mei Chang, Event Director, Diversified Communications Hong Kong said "This year we are very glad to receive overwhelming support from different countries, international trade bodies, industry leaders and market professionals. Their participation has further enriched NOPA's international profile and proves it has become the must-attend trade platform for the industry in Asia."

Below are some of the highlighted new brands to Hong Kong:

• Farro with Garden Vegetables -- Pearled Farro wheat blended with robust herbs, spices and succulent vegetables. Preseasoned to make cooking easy - simply combine mix with water and boil for 15 to 20 minutes. Hardy side dishes for a meal to remember. (Exhibitor: Pereg Natural Foods Booth: E15)
• Hokkaido Green Shiso Candy -- Comforting taste buds doesn't mean that you have to sacrifice your health! Coming from Hokkaido, Japan and new to Hong Kong, this candy, which is the perfect snack for the busy Hongkongers, is made of perilla extract which has anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory effects. At the same time, the raffinose contained in the candy helps increase the good bacteria in our intestines. (Exhibitor: Sunkit Hokkaido Inc.　Booth: F25C) 
• NUCO Coconut Mayonnaise --Enjoy NUCO Coconut Mayonnaise crafted with the flavor and goodness of 100% pure and natural coconut oil with organic cage free eggs and organic vinegar. Use this healthy mayonnaise in salads, dips, sandwiches or wherever mayonnaise is used! (Exhibitor: HealthSource International, Inc.　Booth: E19)
• MeiSkin Facial Mask, Lotions & Essences-- The beauty products are made with ingredients from organic plant extracts and are all tested and certified by EU Ecocert and BIO. (Exhibitor: Asder Co., Ltd.　Booth: F19)
• Harmonys Ear Candles -- Ear Candles are a deep relaxation technique that provides a way to relieve stress and tension that interfere with the body's natural healing process, especially when one has a sinus infection or migraine. The product is handcrafted in the rural areas in the US using certified organic cotton. (Exhibitor: HARMONY'S EAR CANDLES　Booth: J31)
• Boost Natural Organic Super Foods -- Boost contains over 38 natural, raw superfood ingredients giving you over 200 vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and amino acids. Together, they deliver your body sustained natural energy and pure nutrients. It is great for anti-aging, immune boosting, detoxing, acid/alkali balance, reducing free radical damage, energy, and cognitive function.  (Exhibitor: S & W ORGANIC FAMILY LIMITED　Booth: B23) 
• inEARTH Lavender+Pure Herb Essence -- inEARTH suits everyone. It does not only match for functional purpose, but also reaching a perfect balance by combining effective components. (Exhibitor: COSMEDO CBS　Booth: F25A)
• Savvy Green Household Cleaning Products -- Savvy Green Household Cleaning Products offer inspiration and awareness for healthy homes and lifestyles. Products are recyclable, super-concentrated, leave no residue, safe for sensitive skin and derived from plants and minerals. (Exhibitor: SAVVY GREEN　Booth: E13)

 

New Product Showcase and Natural & Organic Products Asia Awards

As there is increasing desire for natural and organic products to be part of a healthy lifestyle, NOPA will include more newly launched and award-winning natural and organic plus provide more relevant market information to help the industry players be more familiar with the market trends.

This year theNew Product Showcase highlights more than 100 cutting edge products and enables buyers to source hundreds of innovative products. Visitors can vote for their favorite products across 7 categories and theproducts with the most votes will be announced as the winner of their category at the Natural & Organic Products Asia Awards presentationceremony (5pm, 27^th August). The awards bring together industry professionals to recognise and celebrate the standout brands and products of the year.

Be Familiar with the Natural Market

NOPA 2015 will host a series of networking events, demonstrations and educational seminars during all three days of the show where attendees will be inspired by leading figures in the natural and organic world.

As juicing is now very popular in Asia as a healthy and tasty way to treat the body, NOPA will host Hong Kong's first Juicing Competition, in which professional juicers -- hailing from cafes and juice bars to health food stores -- apply their creativity to create the perfect juice and compete for the crown of the Hong Kong Juicing Champion. The Hong Kong Juicing Championship will take place on Wednesday 25^th August, 2015 at 11am in the Natural Food Kitchen.

 

Besides, the Natural Food Kitchen will showcase some of the biggest names in natural cooking presenting the latest movements,while the Natural Beauty & Spa Theatre will feature world class innovators sharing new trends, the latest research and veering hot topics.

 

The always popular Natural Business Forum will bring the biggest speakers and the hottest topics to the show.  Visitors will get to hear experts, columnists and opinion-formers on stage for industry talks, which can be enlightening and controversial but always entertaining. 

  

Below are some of the interesting topics:

 

• A Healthy and Organic Diet -- the Concept of Healthy Cooking
• Organic Spaghetti Braised with Seafood Soup
• 5-Color Diet Workshop
• Superfoods Made Super Easy: Incorporating Superfoods into Every Day Life
• Organic or Natural: Certification Programs and Trends in the U.S. Natural and Organic Products Industry
• Fair Trade Trend and Demand: How Sustainability Bring Competitiveness to your Business
• Reveal the Secret of Natural Anti-Aging- Noni Enzymes
• Opportunities for Organic Cosmetic due to Cross Border E-Commerce
• Mineral Revolution "Skincare Makeup 2 in 1"Makeup demo for problem-skin trouble
• DIY skin care products market in Hong Kong

 

Natural and Organic Products Asia 2015 Venue and Opening Hours:

Venue:

Hall 3DE, Hong Kong Convention & Exhibitor Centre

 

Date and Time:

Wednesday 26^th August,2015:        9:30am to 6:00pm

Thursday 27^th August, 2015:          10:00am to 6:00pm

Friday 28^th  August, 2015:            10:00am to 5:00pm

 

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Natural & Organic Products Asia is the largest and only event to deliver the entire natural and organic industry under one roof in Asia. It showcases over 1,000 items and provides a tremendous opportunity for business professionals from the natural and organic sector to connect with the industry’s top decision makers, leading experts and opinion leaders. Diversified Communications Hong Kong is a fast growing business communication company headquartered in the United States. With 10 divisions in 12 countries, Diversified operates 100 face to face events annually across 17 business sectors. Our team understands the industry – an impressive portfolio including one of the most successful and award winning trade shows in this sector. In Hong Kong, Diversified Communications organises a growing portfolio of events including the highly successful Restaurant & Bar, Seafood Expo Asia, Retail Asia Expo which embrace an established relationship with key buyers in the food and retail industry.